The course demands practical, creative and communication skills in almost equal measure. You will extend your ability to create drama and theatre as both a performer and a director. You will also be required to write about drama and to develop your powers of analysis to become an informed critic. The course will involve taking part in drama productions, as well as studying plays and playwrights.
Name: Drama and Theatre A Level Qualification title: GCE A Level in Drama and Theatre Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment AS Unit 1: Exploration of Drama and Theatre This internally assessed unit requires students to explore two contrasting play texts in a practical and active way. At least one of the plays must be explored in the light of a recognised theatre practitioner. A video/DVD of the sessions of the practical work will be sent to the exam board for moderation. In addition a set of Written Exploration Notes based on individual research and response to the practical work must also be submitted. Students are also required to experience a live theatre performance and produce a written evaluation. All elements of this unit are internally assessed and externally moderated and the unit is worth 60 marks in total. AS Unit 2: Theatre Text in Performance This externally assessed unit contains two elements. It requires students to contribute to a group performance of a professionally published play by a known writer. Additionally students must perform either a monologue or duologue from a different play to that offered in the group section. Students must also provide a written rationale of their interpretation of their chosen roles. This unit will be assessed by a visiting examiner under examination conditions and is worth 80 marks in total. Awarding Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Created 20150703 13:00:42 Updated 20150713 12:30:40
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